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I have muscle twitching all over my body, buzzing and tingling, muscle pain (no cramps), tendon pain, no weakness. it is 18 months. can still be als?
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ALS: Als is a disease of the Alpha motor neuron and is a motor only disease. This means it affects the way muscles work. It can cause twitching in muscles. Buzzing and tingling is inconsistent with als. Consider seeing your primary care provider and possibly a neurologist.
Answered 2/17/2020
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No: Your symptoms are not remotely like those of ALS.
Answered 4/10/2019
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